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N306 GNM

1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

23,125 mi
Last recorded23,125 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2024
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S24,406 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN306 GNM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2024 23,125 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 20,821 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 18,638 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 18,483 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Oil leak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 17,940 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Apr 2013 17,633 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 17,361 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 16,319 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 15,348 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Nov 2008 14,047 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 11,030 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 10,698 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Apr 2007 10,698 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 10,550 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500S?

Based on 24,333 MOT tests across 3,191 vehicles.

79.3%
Pass Rate
713
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
3,191
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 403
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 383
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 364
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 318
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 302
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N306 GNM is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 24,406 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki GPZ500S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 403 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N306 GNM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ500S typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N306 GNM registered?

N306 GNM is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 28 March 1996.

Is N306 GNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N306 GNM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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